SHEPHERD'S E-NEWS
SHUMC CELEBRATING 40 YEARS
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Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church
January 3, 2020
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Thank you for this new day and this New Year.
I pray for a blessed and peaceful Year in 2020.
One that is full of happiness and joyfulness.
Thank You, Lord Jesus, for always being here with me in all my joys and pain,
until the end of time.
In Jesus mighty name I pray.
Amen
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Please join us in prayer for…
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Our sister United Methodist Congregations:
Staff of Desert Southwest Conference
Wesley Community Center
Golden Gates Community Center
Justa Center, Phoenix
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Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church
13658 W. Meeker Blvd.
Sun City West, AZ 85375
623-584-2280
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Pastor on Call for Emergencies: 623-584-7642
Prayer Line: 623-584-2922
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Join Us for Worship in Three Different Styles:
Saturday 4:00 p.m. “Sweet Hour of Prayer”
Intimate Worship in the Chapel
Especially for those who love the old hymns,
and that small church “hometown” feel
Sunday 9:00 a.m. "Spirited Traditional Worship"
In the Sanctuary, with Choir, Organ, Piano
Enjoy a variety of musical styles and hymnody.
Sunday 10:45 a.m. "Informal Praise Service"
In the Sanctuary, with praise band. Communion available weekly.
Come as you are.
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PERSONAL PRAYER AVAILABLE AFTER 9:00 AM SERVICE
In the Prayer Room
Each week after the 9:00 AM service, our prayer ministers, Bill and Linda White,
will be available in the Prayer Room
to pray for any persons who would like personal prayer. You can come to them for prayers for friends, relatives, loved ones. You can come and ask prayer for yourself. You can make very specific requests or very general requests, whichever is more comfortable. Bill and Linda will offer prayers for you and those you are concerned about right then and there.
If others are already being prayed for, please take a seat in the front pew and they will turn to you as soon as they are able.
These prayers are held in love and in strict confidence, unless you give permission for them to share. Bill and Linda have served in prayer ministry
for many years, in several churches. They are compassionate, helpful and supportive. We are grateful to be able to offer this ministry to you.
If you would be interested in becoming a personal prayer partner in this ministry, please contact them at
blwhite32@cox.net
or by phone
at 623-688-7417.
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January 4 & 5, 2020
"Three Simple Rules: Do No Harm"
Rev. Deborah Lerner
January 11 & 12, 2020
"Three Simple Rules: Do Good"
Rev. Deborah Lerner
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REMINDER: PLEASE NOTIFY THE OFFICE OF ANY CHANGES THAT NEED TO BE MADE TO THE CALENDAR. IF YOU RESERVE A ROOM & FORGET TO TELL US YOU ARE NOT GOING TO NEED THE ROOM, IT LIMITS THE USE FOR OTHERS. THANK YOU!
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FOOD BANK DONATIONS
Please remember to bring non-perishable food items this weekend, January 4 - 5. All donations benefit the Valley View Community Food Bank.
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A Memorial Service will be held for Robert Grant on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel. A reception will follow in Fellowship Hall. Rev. Stephanie Soon will officiate.
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A Memorial Service will be held for Susan Bowman on Wednesday, January 115, 2020 at 11:00 AM in the Chapel. Rev. Stephanie Soon will officiate.
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HEARTSAVER OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE
There is a meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 7 at 10:00 AM in the Conference Room. If you have any questions, please contact Esther Vallet, Parish Nurse at
623-584-2280.
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PICTORIAL DIRECTORY
Shepherd of the Hills UMC will be publishing the 2020 Pictorial Directory to be distributed in March 2020.
For those who were not available to get their photo taken for the directory in October, the photographers will be here on Tuesday, January 7, Wednesday, January 8 and Thursday, January 9, 2020.
If you have any questions, please call Lois Byrd at 989-329-8292.
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UNDECK THE HALLS
Come and help us take down and put away all the Christmas decorations.
We will meet in the Sanctuary on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 12:00 Noon.
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JANUARY FAMILY LIFE DINNER & ENTERTAINMENT
The Family Life Committee will present the January dinner on Friday, January 24, 2020 at 5:30 PM in Fellowship Hall. Doors will open at 5:00 PM.
The buffet menu will be chicken lasagna, fruit salad, tomato/cucumber/asparagus/
mozzarella salad, sweet potatoes, Italian green beans and assorted desserts and coffee.
The entertainment will be an evening of Dixieland Jazz presented by Sun City Stomperz, featuring Dan Reed.
Tickets may be purchased for $15.00. Please sign up if you plan to attend. Tickets will be available soon. Deadline to buy tickets is Sunday, January 19.
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50th ANNIVERSARY 2020
If you will be celebrating your 50th wedding anniversary in 2020, or if you have not been recognized for this milestone at SHUMC, you are invited to participate in the Golden Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, February 16, 2020.
Bring a wedding picture to be displayed between services when the Family Life Committee will be serving cake in honor of your special day.
If you plan to take part in this event, please call Sondra at 402-239-5235 or Julie at 602-316-7995.
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THREE SIMPLE RULES
DO NO HARM
DO GOOD
STAY IN LOVE WITH GOD
Many of us remember when Bishop Bob talked about this Wesleyan Way of Living book, "Three Simple Rules when he was a guest preacher at SHUMC. Many of us purchased copies of the book to read on our own.
In January we will have the opportunity to not only hear Pastor Deborah preach on these topics but also to attend a class to discuss what these statements mean. Rev. Richard Northup will be leading the classes, which will include a video and discussion, starting January 8 at 10:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall Meeting Room. The class will last 1 to 1 1/2 hours and will continue for 6 weeks. Price of the book will be $6 to $6.50, unless you still have your copy of the book. Books will be available in the office. Sign up!
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EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP
Sunday, February 16, 2020 at 2:00 PM
Are you interested in becoming a member of SHUMC? We will spend a little time sharing refreshments and getting to know you. We will look at the United Methodist beliefs and perspectives. Attendees will receive a packet of helpful information and we will go through the vows of membership and what they mean. We will answer your questions and take your photo. Those who attend and are ready, can join the following Saturday or Sunday at the service of your choice.
Register by calling the office at 623-584-2280 or write "Exploring" on the back of your Prayer and Presence Card (found in your bulletin) or place your name on the sign up sheet located by the church office or at the outdoor kiosk after worship services.
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LIVING A HEALTHY LIFE WITH CHRONIC PAIN
6 WEEK WORKSHOP
Presented by Area Agency on Aging
Fellowship Hall Meeting Room
Mondays at 1:00 PM
Dates: January 13, 27, February 3, 10, 24, and March 2
The Area Agency on Aging will again be presenting this informative and interactive workshop. Sign-up sheet is available in the office and at the outdoor Kiosk on Sunday mornings. Attendance is limited to 18 people,
so please sign up early if you are interested. Everyone is welcome.
Any questions, contact Sharon Stewart 623-225-5663.
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Is There More to Life Than This
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Who Is Jesus?
How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of my Life?
Why & How Should I Read the Bible?
How Does God Guide Us?
Friday, January 17
th
11:00 – 1:00
Join us for an Introduction to the
Alpha Course
Lunch provided
Classes with lunch included will continue on
Fridays from 11:00 – 1:00
for those who are interested.
Please sign up and join us!
Bring a friend!
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Normal Aging vs Dementia
Forgot where you put your reading glasses? Having a harder time remembering some things? There is a difference the changes we experience with normal aging and what may be cause for concern.
Join us as Sun Health Memory Care navigator, Marty Finley, M.Ed. presents "Normal Aging vs Dementia." Come and learn the difference.
DATE: Thursday, January 23, 2020
TIME: 9:30 - 11:00 AM
WHERE: SHUMC, Fellowship Hall
Register at
sunhealthwellness.org
or call 623-207-1703.
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TAI CHI
The Tai Chi class meets every Tuesday in Fellowship Hall. A flyer, with the class schedule and fees is available on the table in front of the office.
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MARY RUTH CIRCLE
Mary Ruth Circle will meet on Tuesday, January 21 at 9:30 AM at the home of Margaret Kantz, located at Grandview Health and Rehab Center in the Sonoran Lounge on the 2nd floor. All are welcome to join us. For more information, contact Sandy Bradley at
623-546-4476.
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MIRIAM CIRCLE
The Miriam Circle will meet Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 1:00 PM in Fellowship Hall. All women are welcome to attend. Contact Peggy Pollay at 623-546-3948.
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BOOK CLUB
You are cordially invited to join in the fun of reading and meeting new friends.
Wanted:
People who like to read a variety of books and enjoy discussing them.
When:
Third Thursday of each month at 10:00 AM (except December).
Where:
SHUMC Conference Room.
Reading List
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January 16 -
The Girls of Atomic City
February 20 -
Bold Spirit
If you have questions, please call the church office at 623-584-2280 and leave a message for Darlene Bradner or Mary Jane Banfield.
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Tie a Knot and Say a Prayer
You may have noticed a Prayer Quilt in the Fellowship Hall to the right as you enter. Tie a knot in the yarn and say a prayer for the events listed. You may add other prayers, as well. Every knot represents a prayer said. Watch for new events for which to pray.
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Have you ever been told you are a good listener? Do you have a desire to hear people's stories and provide encouragement? If you think you may have any of these gifts, consider signing up to be a Congregational Care Minister (CCM). As a congregation, we are striving to train CCMs to serve with our pastors and parish nurse in Congregational Care. If you wish to become a CCM, get a CCM interest packet from the church office. This includes CCM job description and an application form. Please contact Pastor Alma at 623-584-2280, pastoralma@shepherdofthehills.org or Kathy Culliton at 435-730-4466 or cullitonkathleen@gmail.com. Deadline is January 20, 2020.
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Have you noticed the absence of a person in worship?
Give the Care Team an opportunity to follow up with any person you noticed has been absent from worship for a few weeks. One of the best ways is to write it in the Prayer and Presence Card's Comment Section. We also welcome notifications of when you have plans to go away for a while. THANK YOU for always loving and caring for each other.
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CITRUS GLEANING TIME!
It is Citrus Gleaning Time Again! Each year SHUMC and PRIDES partner to glean citrus from homes in Sun City West. This is the 4th season of this partnership in service!
Gleaning will start Wednesday, January 22 and continue for 10 weeks.
A mission project of this scope requires volunteers. There is no tree climbing
involved! No ladders!
Volunteers meet at SHUMC at 8:45 AM to get their assignments with the goal of starting gleaning at 9:00 AM. The groups usually are finished by 11:00, but will occasionally work until 11:30 AM.
If you have questions, call Kathy Culliton at 435-730-4466 or email her at
cullitonkathleen@gmail.com
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To volunteer, call Pam Rice at 801-740-6573 or email her at
pamean@msn.com
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Volunteers are always welcome and needed to assist with sorting food at St. Mary's Food Bank in Surprise on the third Thursday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Call Becky Fay at 623-518-9502.
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Coups For Troops Update
We are collecting manufacturer's coupons only - no store coupons, no rebates, no fast food, and no restaurant. Coupons are going to family bases so all kinds of manufacturer's coupons are useful including those for children and baby items, automobile products, household and laundry supplies and, of course, groceries and toiletries. Any questions about the program, please contact Sand'ee Spears. (623) 546-6775
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Alternative Revenue Sources
SHUMC Window Decals
– Purchase at the office for only $5 and $1 of that will go to Missions. Easy to apply yourself and perfect for your golf carts too!
Recycling Paper & Cardboard
- There are recycling bins located in the southwest side of the church parking lot for paper and cardboard. You may deposit cardboard, newspaper, magazines, catalogs, computer paper, office paper and phone books, junk mail, shredded paper in clear plastic bags, colored paper, paper bags, pizza boxes and cereal boxes.
No aluminum or plastic please!
SHUMC receives $20 per ton of recycled paper from the recycling company, so you can support your church and the environment, too! Please bring all paperback and hard covered books to the church Library (another way to recycle!).
Fry’s Community Rewards Program
- You can help SHUMC every time you shop at any location of Fry’s Foods. Participants are required to have an email and must enroll your Fry’s VIP card, and you need to re-enroll August every year to keep donations happening. If you need a VIP card, they can be obtained at any Fry’s location. If you have a Fry’s VIP Card, all you need to do is enroll your card online at
www.FrysCommunityRewards.com
, and then every time you shop and present your VIP card SHUMC will be credited and receive a reward from Fry’s based on your purchases. The church office has printed instructions for “Creating and Online Fry’s Account” and “Registering for the Fry’s Community Rewards Program.”
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Shepherd of the Hills
United Methodist Church
13658 W Meeker Blvd
Sun City West, AZ 85375-3700
Website: www.shepherdofthehills.org
Email:church@shepherdofthehills.org
Office: 623-584-2280
FAX: 623-584-1868
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Pastor-On-Call for Emergencies:
623-584-7642
Prayer Requests:
623-584-2922
Partners in Prayer: prayers@shepherdofthehills.org
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